What is the cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Chester is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Chester. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Chester?

The distance between Porthcawl and Chester is 176 miles. The road distance is 155 miles.

How do I travel from Porthcawl to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Chester without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £50 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Porthcawl to Chester?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Porthcawl to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Chester bus from?

Porthcawl to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Train or bus from Porthcawl to Chester?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Chester is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £80 and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Chester bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Chester is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Porthcawl to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 969+ hotels available in Chester.

Porthcawl to Chester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Porthcawl to Chester by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ChesterCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 56m
£53–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchange423 / ...
7h 51m
£29–75
Drive 154.1 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Chester154.1 mi
3h 18m
£38–55

Porthcawl to Chester by bus and train

72Weekly Services

4h 56mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.7 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Porthcawl, Wales and Chester, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Chester every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Griffin Park to Chester Bus Interchange via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 51m.

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